What is the cheapest way to get from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai?

The cheapest way to get from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai is to Minivan and bus which costs ฿380 - ฿800 and takes 6h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai?

The fastest way to get from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs ฿600 - ฿900.

Is there a direct bus between Mae Kampong and Chiang Rai?

No, there is no direct bus from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai. However, there are services departing from Ban Mae Kampong and arriving at Chiang Rai via Waroros Market and Chiang Mai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai?

The distance between Mae Kampong and Chiang Rai is 233 km. The road distance is 170.9 km.

How do I travel from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai without a car?

The best way to get from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai without a car is to Minivan and bus which takes 6h 33m and costs ฿380 - ฿800.

How long does it take to get from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai?

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai bus from?

Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Hotspring Van Transport, depart from Ban Mae Kampong station.

Where does the Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai bus arrive?

Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Hotspring Van Transport, arrive at Talat Warorot station.

Can I drive from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai?

Yes, the driving distance between Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai.

Where can I stay near Chiang Rai?

There are 393+ hotels available in Chiang Rai.

Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai - 4 ways to travel via Minivan, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai by bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Minivan, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ban Mae Kampong to Talat Warorot
2. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang RaiChiang Mai
6h 33m
฿380–780
Drive 170.9 km
1. Drive from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai170.9 km
2h 57m
฿603–870
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai170.9 km
2h 57m
฿1,900–2,300
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Mae Kampong to Phayao
2. Take the bus from Phayao to Chiang RaiRoute No.909 / ...
3h 54m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai.

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Distance: 233.5 km
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Mae Kampong, Thailand and Chiang Rai, Thailand?

You can take a vehicle from Mae Kampong to Chiang Rai via Ban Mae Kampong, Talat Warorot, Waroros Market, Chiang Mai Terminal 2, and Chiang Mai in around 6h 33m.

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